The Ottawa Senators have a 69% chance to make the 2026–27 NHL playoffs with a 12-6-2 record. Win Division: 8% · Wild Card: 28% · Presidents' Trophy: 1%. Updated daily via 100,000 Monte Carlo simulations of the remaining schedule.
| Outcome | Probability |
|---|---|
| Make Playoffs | 69% |
| Win Division | 8% |
| Wild Card | 28% |
| Presidents' Trophy | 1% |
| Win Stanley Cup | 3% |
The Ottawa Senators are 4th in the Atlantic Division at 12-6-2 (26 points) after 20 games, 2 points behind the Tampa Bay Lightning.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Record (W-L-OTL) | 12-6-2 |
| Points | 26 |
| Games played | 20 |
| Place in the Atlantic Division | 4th |
| Place in the Eastern Conference | 6th |
| Goals for / against | 64 / 60 (+4) |
| Next game | 2026-11-14 at Pittsburgh Penguins |
| Rank | Team | Record | PTS | GP | GF | GA | DIFF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tampa Bay Lightning | 13-4-2 | 28 | 19 | 74 | 57 | +17 |
| 2 | Montréal Canadiens | 12-3-4 | 28 | 19 | 67 | 57 | +10 |
| 3 | Boston Bruins | 13-5-1 | 27 | 19 | 70 | 46 | +24 |
| 4 | Ottawa Senators | 12-6-2 | 26 | 20 | 64 | 60 | +4 |
| 5 | Florida Panthers | 11-7-2 | 24 | 20 | 65 | 60 | +5 |
| 6 | Buffalo Sabres | 8-7-4 | 20 | 19 | 55 | 68 | -13 |
| 7 | Toronto Maple Leafs | 8-11-2 | 18 | 21 | 69 | 75 | -6 |
| 8 | Detroit Red Wings | 7-10-3 | 17 | 20 | 55 | 64 | -9 |
The Ottawa Senators have started the 2026–27 season with a solid 12-6-2 record through 20 games, accumulating 26 points. This performance places them 4th in the Atlantic Division and 6th in the Eastern Conference. With 64 games remaining on the schedule, the team is projected to finish the season with 101 points.
These numbers translate into a significant 69% probability of making the playoffs. While their chance to win the Atlantic Division stands at 8%, securing a Wild Card spot is a more likely 28%. The team also carries a 1% probability of winning the Presidents' Trophy, awarded to the league's top regular-season team.
Through 20 games, the Ottawa Senators have established a competitive 12-6-2 record for the 2026–27 season. The team has demonstrated a positive scoring differential, netting 64 goals while allowing 60, resulting in a +4 differential or 0.20 goals per game. This consistent play has positioned them favorably in the Eastern Conference standings as they navigate the remaining 64 games.
To maintain or improve their current strong position, the Senators must continue their consistent performance over the remaining 64 games. Sustaining their positive goal differential will be crucial for securing a playoff berth. Consistently earning points will be essential to hold their ground in the competitive Eastern Conference and potentially climb higher in the Atlantic Division standings.
Yes, the Ottawa Senators currently have a strong 69% probability of making the playoffs in the 2026–27 season. Their current 12-6-2 record and 26 points through 20 games place them in a promising position for a postseason appearance.
The Senators' playoff odds for the 2026–27 season are 69% to make the playoffs. Additionally, they have an 8% chance to win their division and a 28% chance to secure a Wild Card spot in the Eastern Conference.
The Ottawa Senators are currently 4th in the Atlantic Division with 26 points through 20 games. They hold an 8% probability of winning the division title, indicating they are in the mix for the top spot.
The Ottawa Senators currently have a 28% probability of securing a Wild Card spot in the Eastern Conference. Their 6th place standing in the conference suggests they are well-positioned to contend for one of the two Wild Card berths.
Probabilities generated via 100,000 Monte Carlo simulations of the remaining schedule · updated daily at 9 AM ET · data through 2026-11-12. How it works.